Born July 10, 1942, passed peacefully on August 3, 2021 at the age of 79.
Son of the late George and Dorothy Elchinger; loving companion of the late Ellen McCarthy; dear father of Julie (Michael) Frank, Jenni (James) Green and Amie (Ron) Cordsiemon; adoring grandfather of Joey, Ryan, Ronnie, Jacob, Faith and Sophia; dear brother of Nancy (Don) Schmid and Rose Gonos. He was preceded in death by his sister Carol Snyder and brother-in-law Dan Gonos.
Rich served in the U.S Army and was stationed in active duty in Hawaii during the birth of his first daughter. He retired from Procter and Gamble after 30 years at the age of 55 and enjoyed part-time work on the train at Grant’s Farm. He loved bowling, golfing, tennis, fishing, playing cards, watching football, baseball and horseracing. He would also belt out a tune when hearing his favorite songs. He was known for his good sense of humor and his amazing bar-b-que.
Services: Visitation Friday, August 13, 2021, 10:00 a.m. until Memorial Service 11:30 a.m. at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois Road. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital appreciated.
Amie, Jenni and Julie,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad!
You are all in my prayers at this most difficult time.
Sincere Condolences.
Lynn Boland
Julie and family: Kelly and I are sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Julie, Jenny, and Amie,
I’m so sorry for your loss of your dad. Sending peace and love during this time of reflection and remembrance of Uncle Dick.
We love you,
The Napoli-Coyne Family
Julie, Jenny, and Amie,
I’m so sorry for your loss of your dad. Sending peace and love during this time of reflection and remembrance of Uncle Dick.
We love you,
The Napoli-Coyne Family
Julie,Jenny, Amy, and family,
It am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad, and to some of you your grandfather.
.my prayers go out to each of you, hoping that you find peace and joy in the memories had left with all of you.
Amie your dear family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. May your dad rest in the Kingdom and you cherish the memories always.